Albi is one of the best teacher's I've ever had!!!!!

Albi is the best teacher I've ever had!!!!!

Albi is very fair and really understands his students and chemistry. Tests are hard, but the practice problems really help (hint: you should do the practice problems!)I wish all my profs were like him.

i like albi - i do agree however that sometimes he forgets what its like when chemistry is a fresh subject- he is intelligent and a lot of fun - sometimes a little to picky on grading labs :)

The tests are fair (he tells you what's on them), but you really have to study and do the practice problems to do decent. Albi is really nice and helpful in person and he especially likes fiery demos :)

Great teacher, as easy to understand as you can get in a Chemistry teacher. Fair tests, grades labs a little harsh, but overall a wonderful teacher! Fun to listen to most of the time, and great demos.

Albi is great.

seeing that I was afraid to take this class before I met this teacher I'd say he is one of the best instructors I have ever had for ANY subject. Other than delivering the material and answering questions thoroughly and clear he is kind and warm hearted. He makes it interesting and leaves me hungry for more! I LOVE CHEMISTRY!

Nice but sometimes unclear and keep up with the math or you get behind....

Albi has a real enthusiasm for the subject that is infectous and makes you want to learn. I loved having him as a teacher.

I loved this class. Albi made the subject so much more interesting than I could have ever imagined. Just do the work (especially practice problems) go to class and study, and you'll be fine. Fabulous Guy!

Albi was a very good teacher. His exams are challenging but if you study the study guides and your lecture notes you will do just fine! Homework is must. It is very little homework but very important to do it and do it correctly. I belive the homework is gradely a little harshly but that ok I still got a B+

Although I ended up getting a D in this class, I still like Albi a lot and thought he was a good teacher. He explains things well and uses good examples. For tests, he generally lets you know what will be on it ahead of time, and hands out good study guides. He makes his own helpful sheets for you as well. Grades homework a little harsh. FLASHCARDS

Albi is very organized in his lecture. Quizzes and tests are difficult, but he grades on a curve which helps. He also provides study guides for his tests, and allows for a note card for the final.

CHEM 30A was one of the toughest classes I've ever taken, but Albi did a great job teaching it and you can tell that he really likes what he does. I would take other classes from him in the future.

Very clear lectures. Cares about students, enthusiastic about subject. Takes time in lecture to answer questions and elaborate on concepts, but If you don't do the reading then don't expect your prof to waste everyone else's time reciting info that you should be learning on your own time, if you did the reading and are still confused then ask away.

great teacher! the subject is hard but he is so helpful and he goes over what you need to know. in lab he was so helpful and always corrected our work before you had to turn it in so you are guarenteed a good grade. highly recommended!

Albi is a great teacher you have to work very hard you have quizes almost every week i recommend that you do his practice problems they will help a LOT! study and you will pass the class

Albi is AWESOME! He is very organized and clear in his lectures . Even though the material is hard he prepares review topics and practice problems so you know exactly what to study for. This is not a class you can regularly skip as he tests from his lectures. So if you do the work and study hard you'll do fine in his class. He's great!

I liked the way this instructor teaches. There's a lot of material to cover but he makes it look easy because he explains it well. I managed to get a B tho. I would certainly recommend him.

Look @ us Chem30A girls (& guys) from fall 09 givin Albi his rave reviews. Albi is a GREAT teacher. Word on campus is he's "very thorough." haha Don't let this intimidate you. He has the best lectures I've had at Cabrillo. He gets studets attn & involvement w/o even trying. tons of demos. Helps u tons. HE'S a good grader, but his GRADERS = nazis ;)

Albi is a talented &thorou teacher who holds his students to a very high standard. If tired of unprofessional/lame teachers then he will be a breath of fresh air. In order to succeed in his classes you must attend all classes and pay attention the whole time. Studying (textbook or other source) is crucial. slack off?(fail) work hard?(Prevail)

This class is hard, and Albi expects a lot. You have to study and turn in perfect work. But he is really clear on what he expects and there's extra credit and lots of examples and practice to help. He is really funny and helpful in office hours. 1B is a lot harder BTW, so I'm glad I had Albi. He's a good teacher, take him if U R going on.

Hard class, but Albi is a funny guy, and he obviously loves what he teaches. The homework may seem utterly pointless, but every point, even half points, counts. Definitely look at the practice problems for the quizzes and tests. Don't rely too much on the book; take good lecture notes instead. Work your butt off, keep positive, and you'll be fine

Chem 1a is a hard class. Albi is really clear on what you need to know though. He is always willing to help if necessary. Going to lab/lectures is not an option you will fall way behind if your attendance is not consistent.

Albi is a great teacher. Chem 1a is a hard class though and although attendance is not mandatory if you don't show up you will fall behind VERY quickly. Make sure to do the practice problems. The quizzes are mostly on practice problems the Exams are mostly on lecture material. I really enjoyed the class..

Tests and quizzes are based on lecture notes and class handouts provided online. He throws a few curve ball questions but tests&quizzes are EXTREMELY curved. Labs can be a bit extensive, but he lays out everything for you! He's more than willing to explain concepts further and help you. Listen, ask, and study and you'll get a B at least.

Chem !A is not for the faint of heart, but Albi is just about everything you can ask for in a teacher. He lays out his expectations very clearly, is concise, and always available to help you. Generous curve, fair grader. Interesting lectures will keep your attention, ATTENDENCE is crucial to passing!!!!

His chem series is rigorous, exactly as it should be. DO THE HOMEWORK, it is often different from material covered in lecture, and you need to understand it to solve test and quiz problems. Ask for help during office hours. The tests are grueling and the finals were cumulative 3-hour nightmares. But I learned a ton and destroyed university OChem.

Half the class has access to old tests & then bomb the final & ACS exam. I studied honestly & it paid off on those tests. Albi is a high caliber instructor on par w those of a reputable university. An "A" grade requires substantial effort but nothing out of the ordinary for premed/STEM students. Don't be fazed by the whiners.

Amazing chemistry teacher. Albi knows his stuff and is a great lecturer. He's always available in his office to discuss concepts. It's challenging material but very doable with the resources and practice problems he gives. He's definitely passionate about helping his students learn. Would recommend his class

Albi is a tough professor - that being said you can tell he's also one of the smartest at Cabrillo. You will learn a lot in his class, but remember to read the material ahead of time and make sure you can do the practice problems forwards and backwards and upside down, it will be on the quiz. For tests it's all lecture notes.

Albi is super knowledgable about chem and it shows with a passion while teaching. This class is A LOT of work and req's a lot of study time. Don't miss the labs or lecture b/c they're nearly impossible to make up and his exams are based only on his lectures. Pay attention to details and study everything as he likes to test on the exceptions!

Albi holds his students to a high standard and expects them to be above average chemists upon passing his class. He is very helpful and you will gain crucial knowledge in chemistry so as long as you are willing to put in the work.

if you like chemistry then take his class if you have to. however, if you hate chemistry, don't enroll in his class. I say that because motivation is the key to passing this class. and if you dont have that, you will struggle so much. grades the average between your grades from lab+quizzes+exams/midterms

Albi was one of the best lecturers Ive had. He has an obvious passion for chemistry and extremely extensive teaching history. He is very generous with grading and lets you know exactly what is going to be on each test. Take advantage of his study resources AND S.I. if you can! He has very clear availability and is always where he says hell be.

The class itself is extremely difficult. I dont like chemistry and I will say it was hard. However he is a really good teacher and will help you if you asked for it. The quizzes are pretty consistent with the material in terms of difficulty. as long as youre constantly reviewing your lecture notes and asking for clarification in areas you dontget

Very clear and detailed asynchronous lectures. Online, grade was based almost entirely on challenging weekly tests with little room for error; missing 1 or 2 questions knocks you down to a B or less. Definitely requires 15 hrs of time per week. Course desperately needs more non-test assignments for grades to accurately reflect learning.

You will see material on exams/quizzes that you have never seen. You are expected to conceptually understand the material in order to succeed. No way around the difficulty of this course and the grading. This class greatly sets you up for future chemistry classes by pushing you outside your comfort zone. You will need to LEARN rather than memorize.

Chem 1B with Albi was easier for me than Chem 1A. He is really interested in what he teaches and it shows. He is super friendly and always willing to help students with questions, you just have to ask. His practice problems and SI will save you for his quizzes. His quizzes are worth a ton of points.

I have loved Albi's class. He has made some dense content really fun/applicable. Some notes: pre lab/post labs can take 4ever to complete, he grades meticulously, exams are MC, and quizzes look just like lecture examples. Go to lecture (or the recorded videos), take good notes and memorize them, do the practice problems and you will do well!

Albi's class was hard but has prepared me SO well for transferring. He has a high expectation but if you put in the work, you'll do fine! He is super helpful in office hours and I always used that for lab reports. His quizzes test on every little detail so study hard! This class is definitely what you make it. Just work hard and you'll do well.